IN THE NEWS

Dr. Frank Femino

Dr Frank attended the 4th annual international Congress of joint replacement (ICJR) total hip
and total knee revision course in Philadelphia on May 6 and 7th.

Syndesmotic injuries of the ankle presentation

Recently Dr. Seth Queler spoke at Practitioner's Club. In little falls, NJ February 6th. Dr. Seth Queler Spoke about Syndesmotic injuries of the ankle.
Earlier Dr. Seth Queler spoke about “Total Ankle Replacements". The talk was well received by a group of approximately 30 physicians of varying specialties including Orthopedic Surgeons, Urologists, Neurosurgeons, General Surgeons and family Medicine. Dr. Seth Queler lectured on the diagnosis and management of high ankle sprains an FX Syndesmotic injuries.

Frank Femino "Career paths for engineering students"

Dr. Frank Femino gave a lecture at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) about Career paths for engineering students, ME to MD. How a mechanical engineer degree can be used to become an orthopedic surgeon.

New Jersey Monthly’s list of “Top Doctors in New
Jersey”.

Nutley, NJ
For the past 12 years, the doctors of the Femino-Ducey-Queler Orthopaedic Group have been named to New Jersey Monthly’s list of “Top Doctors in New Jersey.”
Dr. Femino was recognized for adult reconstruction and joint replacement surgery, Dr. Ducey for sports injuries and Dr. Queler for foot and ankle surgery.
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Seth R. Queler, MD published in book Muskuloskeletal Examination of the Foot and Ankle

The book, which is designed for use by primary physicians, addresses foot and ankle problems. Dr. Queler’s chapter addresses the diagnosis and treatment of ankle instability.

Foot and Ankle Surgeon Joins Practice

Belleville, N.J. - Femino-Ducey-Queler Orthopaedics is proud to welcome a foot and ankle specialist to the practice.
Seth R. Queler, MD, concentrates on conservative and surgical care of traumatic injuries and reconstruction of the adult foot and ankle.
Dr. Queler completed his training at Northwestern University Medical School, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and the University of Pennsylvania. He was in academic practice for three years at Winthrop University Hospital in Long Island, NY, where he served as Division Chief of Foot and Ankle Surgery and was a principal instructor for orthopedic residents.

Clara Maass Medical Center Recognizes “Dear Doctor” Physicians

Belleville, N.J. - Clara Maass Medical Center (CMMC) launched its “Dear Doctor” campaign to celebrate National Doctor's Day. This campaign asked for grateful patients to write “Dear Doctor” letters as a way to thank and recognize CMMC physicians for their outstanding service.
The letters shared personal experiences and stories highlighting the exemplary work put forth by the physicians. Both Drs. Ducey and Femino were cited.
A doctor of general orthopaedics with an emphasis on sports medicine, Dr. Ducey practices medicine with both skill and compassion—traits which are valued by his patients. “During my initial consult with Dr. Ducey I understood why friends and co-workers had confidence in recommending him,” wrote a former patient. “I appreciate not only his skills as a doctor and surgeon, but the care and concern that he and his staff showed for me in my time of need.”
Dr. Femino is a doctor of general orthopedics with an emphasis on adult reconstructive surgery and joint replacement. Dr. Femino heads The Joint & Spine Institute at Clara Maass. His “amazing care and kind ways,” not only helped his patient recover, but motivated his patient to help others through the recovery process as well. “I have nothing but respect and admiration for all of his hard work,” wrote a patient. “I have had such success with my procedures that I now volunteer at The Joint & Spine Institute and I truly enjoy it!”
Those recognized by the 2009 Dear Doctor campaign have touched the lives of many individuals and families. The Clara Maass Medical Center Foundation thanks those that wrote in to express their gratitude and encourages others to participate in the 2010 campaign. For more information about “Dear Doctor,” please contact the Department of Public Relations and Marketing at 973-450-2996 or visit www.claramaassfoundation.org.